The Safe Sport Policy Applies to:
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All USA Swimming non-athlete members and adult athlete members;
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Participating non-members (e.g., meet marshals, meet computer operators, timers, etc.);
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LSC (Local Swim Committee) and club adult staff and board members; and
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Any other adult authorized to have regular contact with or authority over minor athletes.
When to seek help:
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Wondering what constitutes as a Safe Sport violation, when to reach out and How to Deal With a Concern? USA Swimming has created this list to assist you.
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You can also call USA Swimming directly to talk with someone, 719-866-4578.
Reporting violations:
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To report an incident, use the online reporting form.
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Contact the U.S. Center for Safe Sport at 833-5US-SAFE (587-7233).
If you have questions locally, email Terri Griest, Safe Sport Club Coordinator.
Our full Minor Athlete Abuse Protection Policy (MAAPP) is here and you must acknowledge that you have read and agree to the policy at the time of registration. Outside of this Safe Sport tab, the MAAPP can be found under the "Information for Parents - Documents" tab.
Check out USA Swimming's website to view webinars, and be sure to follow USA Swimming's Best Practices Guidelines.
Free Safe Sport Classes:
